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General Consultant, Extension

PageUp Desc Code AGR - General Consultant, Extension

Function AGR - Agriculture & Life Sciences

Subfunction Extension

Discipline Extension

Career Track G - General Administration

Career Track Level Individual Contributor - Level 4

BROAD SALARY RANGE CODE 03

RANGE $60344 - $120689

MARKET REFERENCE RANGE CODE 03A

RANGE $65172 - $97758

Classification Information

Extension

Extension provides leadership in determining, implementing, and evaluating educational programs which are designed to solve social, economic, and environmental problems in agriculture and natural resources. The agent is an educator, an information provider, a needs assessor, a problem-solving resource for clientele, and networks with the agricultural industry, specialists, extension agents, and agency representatives.

Individual Contributor

In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.

Level 4

Advanced: These positions require an elevated level of experience and education, act independently, and provide team leadership and mentorship.

G - General Administration

Roles that are in administrative/ professional non-student facing functions.

Position Summary

The General Consultant for Extension plays an essential role in advising and guiding the development, implementation, and evaluation of extension programs focused on addressing agricultural, environmental, and social challenges. This position requires advanced expertise in agriculture and natural resources, with a primary focus on creating strategies that enhance the outreach and impact of educational initiatives. The consultant serves as a trusted resource for extension agents and other stakeholders, providing in-depth advice on best practices, program improvement, and policy development to ensure that solutions are both innovative and sustainable. As an advanced individual contributor, the General Consultant acts independently, often leading teams and collaborating with external partners. Their responsibilities extend to mentoring junior staff, driving complex projects, and utilizing their extensive knowledge to support strategic decision-making. This role requires exceptional problem-solving skills, a deep understanding of community needs, and the ability to evaluate and refine extension programs to maximize their effectiveness and long-term success. The General Consultant contributes to shaping the future of extension initiatives, helping to build stronger connections between the agricultural industry, academia, and the community.